Aquatics International: Serving the aquatics, commercial swimming pool and waterpark industries. This resource provides targeted information, video and blogs about designing, building, maintaining, promoting, managing and outfitting these swimming pool facilities.

Drained!
The VGB drain cover recalls and recants have left operators exhausted. Refresh your understanding of this complex safety issue.

Dangerous Maneuvers

Why are some still using the Heimlich?

Keep It Real

Tips to bringing realism into your incident simulations.

Federal Mandates

A look at 2012 regulations, laws & guidelines.

Season Openers

Five jobs to complete to get your pool in shape.

Red Tape

The challenges of dealing with a gov't. grant.

London Calling

Profile: A closer look at the London Aquatic Centre.

MUST READS

WATER SAFETY
• A poorly understood phenomenon called shallow water blackout is killing strong swimmers. Experts say it’s time for the aquatics industry to take action or face the consequences.

RISK MANAGEMENT
• The recent USA Swimming sex abuse scandal shocked the aquatics world. But experts say that without the proper policies to expose predators, more children are at risk.

MODEL AQUATIC HEALTH CODE
• A massive new aquatic code with the potential to revolutionize the industry is in the works. Here’s a sneak peek at the code — and how to prepare for what’s coming.

SAFETY
• Few aquatics operators will admit it, but unprecedented budget cuts may be putting patrons in danger. Still, shrinking resources don’t have to mean skirting safety.

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SPECIAL REPORTS

Dream Designs
View our showcase of innovative aquatic facilities from top designers and architects.

Best of Aquatics
See who took top honors in our competition featuring the industry’s finest facilities.

Power 25
Check out our list of the most powerful people in the aquatics industry.

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KNOWLEDGE BASE

Risk Management • A closer look at the MAHC risk mgmt./safety module • A proactive plan to overcome ADA compliance obstacles • The realities of a life-jacket-required policy • Making sure your staff is ready in an emergency — and after	Lifeguard Training • Optimizing your training for better in-services • Where do your guards’ certifications come from? • Take a closer look at what you do to position your team for success • Techniques to boost your guards’ vigilance • Children are vulnerable to abuse at aquatics facilities	Technical Issues • Are high bather loads and healthy water incompatible? • How a major natatorium tackled chloramine issues • ORP’s impact on maintaining healthy water • Get control of your controller

Bottom Line • Resourceful ideas on how to reduce staff costs • Transform your leisure pool into a wellness hub • The benefits of offering aquatic therapy and rehab • If your facility relies on subsidies, it’s at risk	Water Fitness • Incorporate interval training into your program • Simple exercises to improve coordination and balance • Pool noodles can be a powerful exercise and training tool	Minority Report • Why high minority drowning rates should matter to us all • Learn how to address minority swimming needs • Recruiting techniques to attract a diverse staff • Team up with local partners to reach minority groups

Waterparks • ‘Best in class’ waterpark attractions, now available new for 2012 • How to reward your loyal season-pass holders • View Dream Island, a new indoor waterpark in Ukraine. • Aqua-tainment can add value to your waterpark	Water/Air Quality • Addressing air quality — and how you can get involved • Steps to take to prevent RWIs this swim season • Seeing patrons/health officials as allies in the crypto fight • A first-hand look at a crypto outbreak	Safety • Is an SVRS right for your facility? • Budget cuts may be putting patrons in danger • VGB Act hits historic pools hardest

INDUSTRY NEWS

Congress Takes Aim at ADA Pool Regs
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed an amendment that (if it becomes law) would prohibit the Department of Justice from using any funds to implement the mandate requiring a permanent pool lift under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Massachusetts Closes Slides Following Drowning Review

Experts: Drain Deadline Extension Not Full Solution

MAHC Proposes CYA Restriction

Aquatics Pros Turning to Online Education

Pool Renovations Jump as Arizona Rebounds

Swim Community Mourns Losses

First VGBA Lawsuit Ends in Settlement

Waterparks to Debut New Attractions

Sex Abusers Trigger Tougher Legislation

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MAY 2012
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• Refresher: A look back at the drain cover recall
• Studying the Heimlich maneuver, and its use in drowning rescues
• Getting pools ready for the season
• A look at 2012 rules & regulations
• Bringing realism to your incident simulations

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EDITOR’S NOTE

Science Fiction
By Gary Thill
I used to be squarely on the side of science, but now I’m beginning to wonder if we haven’t gone too far.

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